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Tales from the Script

Tales from the Script

Documentary
2009, Movie, 1h 45min
Shane Black ("Lethal Weapon"), John Carpenter ("Halloween"), Frank Darabont ("The Shawshank Redemption"), William Goldman ("The Princess Bride"), Paul Schrader ("Taxi Driver"), and dozens of other Hollywood screenwriters share hilarious anecdotes and penetrating insights in "Tales from the Script," the most comprehensive documentary ever made about screenwriting. By analyzing their triumphs and recalling their failures, the participants explain how successful writers develop the skills necessary for toughing out careers in one of the world's most competitive industries. They also reveal the untold stories behind some of the greatest screenplays ever written, describing their adventures with luminaries including Harrison Ford, Stanley Kubrick, Joel Silver, Martin Scorsese, and Steven Spielberg. The film was produced in tandem with the upcoming HarperCollins book of the same name.
Country: United States
Director:
Peter Hanson
Cast:
John Carpenter,
Larry Cohen,
Paul Schrader,
Mick Garris
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Peter Hanson
Director
Peter Hanson
Writer
John Carpenter
As Self
Larry Cohen
As Self
Paul Schrader
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Mick Garris
As Self
Adam Rifkin
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Peter Hyams
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"Tales from the Script" takes you behind the scenes of Hollywood's most iconic films, as some of the industry's top screenwriters share their candid stories and insights. From the successes and failures of their careers, to the untold tales behind some of cinema's greatest moments, this documentary offers a unique glimpse into the highs and lows of the screenwriting world. Featuring interviews with Shane Black, John Carpenter, Frank Darabont, William Goldman, and Paul Schrader, among others, this film is a must-see for anyone interested in the art of storytelling. With a focus on the skills and challenges of writing for the big screen, "Tales from the Script" is an entertaining and enlightening look at the unpredictable journey of becoming a successful screenwriter.

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Tales from the Script was released in theaters on January 10, 2009.

 

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